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Sneak Peek of Advocate Health’s “Room of the Future”

Sneak Peek of Advocate Health’s “Room of the Future”

The old cliché about doctors is true for Jeff Cleveland: he often can’t read his own handwriting.  Computers were a step toward solving that, allowing him to type notes in the exam room. Still, interactions felt cracked, as he looked back and forth between a monitor and the patient. Now, though, new artificial intelligence technology […]

Notes from an icy weekend in Charlotte and beyond

Notes from an icy weekend in Charlotte and beyond

A short reflection on weather, neighbors, and the small moments that hold a weekend together.

“I Got Stuff To Do”

“I Got Stuff To Do”

William McNeely survived a lung transplant and prostate cancer. Now his organization, Do Greater, is building “Sparkhouses” to give Charlotte’s young people the connections that changed his life.

Where Dry January Lasts a Lifetime

Where Dry January Lasts a Lifetime

What we can all learn from a Charlotte 12-step recovery program, and what it needs to keep going

When Peace Walked Through Charlotte

When Peace Walked Through Charlotte

Buddhist monks crossed into North Carolina on a 2,300-mile Walk for Peace. And for two days, Charlotte walked with them.

Good Night, Sweet Panthers

Good Night, Sweet Panthers

A playoff loss, a shared roar, and the moment Charlotte remembered how to believe together.

Why Charlotte’s Become a Destination for Pro Athletes to Call Home

Why Charlotte’s Become a Destination for Pro Athletes to Call Home

The Panthers are playoff-bound for the first time since 2017. One contributing factor might be the city itself.

A letter from 2025 in Charlotte

A letter from 2025 in Charlotte

What I’ve learned from a year of listening to Charlotte — and what comes next.

What We Choose to Grow in Charlotte

What We Choose to Grow in Charlotte

As land values soar, a sustainable local food system requires betting on people instead.

Another Test of Character

Another Test of Character

A stabbing on the light rail sparked national outrage again. It’s time to respond again.

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